Germany have won each of their last six meetings with Luxembourg, scoring 28 goals, bagging seven during both of their last two encounters. The Red Lions' sole victory in 12 attempts against die Nationalelf was a surprise 2-1 victory in Déifferdeng back in March 1939; Léon Mart, who would be 111 years old if he were alive today, scoring both goals at Stade du Thillenberg.
Germany vs Luxembourg preview
After making a mixed start to World Cup qualifying last month, will Germany avoid a slip-up in Sinsheim on Friday night? In their Group A opener, Julian Nagelsmann's side suffered a shock 2-0 defeat at the hands of Slovakia in Bratislava, conceding either side of half time. This, astonishingly, was the first time ever that die Nationalelf have lost a World Cup qualifier away from home, only their fourth defeat in 106 World Cup qualifiers to date, previously beaten by Portugal in Stuttgart in 1985, England in Munich in 2001 and North Macedonia in Duisburg behind-closed-doors in 2021.
Thus, under pressure to respond three days later, Germany did just that, battling to a 3-1 victory over Northern Ireland in Köln; Serge Gnabry breaking the deadlock and Nadiem Amiri pouncing on a defensive mix-up, before Florian Wirtz's stunning free-kick made the points secure.
Die Mannschaft have qualified for every World Cup they have ever entered, winning the competition on four occasions and reaching a further three finals. Thus, once in North America next summer, Germany will be among the favourites, but they need to qualify first, making three points a must at Rhein-Neckar-Arena on Friday night, ahead of Monday's visit to Belfast.
Luxembourg meantime hold the unwanted world record for most major tournaments entered without every qualifying for one, with this their 38th campaign. Well, that fact does not look like changing any time soon for the Red Lions, having lost both September fixtures, beaten 3-1 by Northern Ireland and then 1-0 by Slovakia at Stade de Luxembourg, conceding a stoppage time goal in the latter.
Manager Luc Holtz had been in charge for 15 years, making him the second-longest serving head coach in international football. However, he was sacked earlier this year after publicly backing all-time record scorer Gerson Rodrigues, after he was convicted of three counts of domestic assault. So now, Jeff Strasser is in charge but, after an inauspicious start, things don't get any easier. Thus, Germany should cruise to victory in Baden-Württemberg at the home of Hoffenheim.
Germany vs Luxembourg head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 12.
- Germany Wins: 11. Draws: Zero. Luxembourg Wins: 1.
Germany team news
Julian Nagelsmann is without Marc-André ter Stegen, Antonio Rüdiger, Maximilian Mittelstädt, Jamal Musiala, Kai Havertz and Niclas Füllkrug for this week's double-header.
Thus, Oliver Baumann will win only his seventh cap in goal while, as he did against Northern Ireland, Nagelsmann is set to deploy a back three.
In attack, with Nick Woltemade a doubt due to illness, Jonny Burkardt could lead the line, having scored five goals already this season for Eintracht Frankfurt.
Germany predicted lineup vs Luxembourg: (4-3-3): Baumann; Tah, Koch, Anton; Leweling, Kimmich, Goretzka, Raum; Gnabry, Wirtz, Burkardt.
Germany player to watch vs Luxembourg
Florian Wirtz is yet to score since joining Liverpool, but did fire home a scrumptous free-kick against Northern Ireland in Köln, so will he star for die Nationalelf again?
Luxembourg team news
Defender Seid Korać can return, having served his one-match suspension against Slovakia.
Veteran goalkeeper Anthony Moris should be prepared for a busy evening, while Danel Sinani is the squad's leading scorer with 14, but one here may top the lot.
Luxembourg predicted lineup vs Germany: (4-4-2): Pereira Cardoso; Jans, Korać, Carlson, Džogović; Barreiro, Olesen, Bohnert, Dardari; Curci, Sinani.
Luxembourg player to watch vs Germany
At just 25 years old, Benfica defensive midfielder Leandro Barreiro will win his 68th cap already, captain Laurent Jans, who is also likely to start, is the current record holder with 116, and he will need to be on top form if his team harbour any hopes of a result.
Germany vs Luxembourg prediction
We cannot see any other outcome then a resounding Germany victory at Rhein-Neckar-Arena on Friday, picking up three three crucial points against the group minnows: Germany 3-0 Luxembourg.
Germany vs Luxembourg FAQs - World Cup qualifier
How to watch Germany vs Luxembourg in World Cup qualification on TV channel?
Germany vs Luxembourg in World Cup qualification will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Amazon Prime Video PPV - £2.49.
- USA: Fox Sports & fuboTV
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Germany vs Luxembourg in World Cup qualification on live streaming?
Germany vs Luxembourg in World Cup qualification will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: Amazon Prime Video PPV - £2.49.
- USA: Foxsports.com & fuboTV
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Germany vs Luxembourg in World Cup qualification?
Germany vs Luxembourg takes place on Friday 10 October 2025, with kick off at 19:45 (BST), 14:45 (EDT) & 11:45 (PDT).